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School of Natural Sciences

Mathematics (Bachelor of Arts)

The Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics gives a sound preparation in mathematics for students who desire a broad liberal arts education. A BA in mathematics will prepare a student for graduate study in mathematics, statistics, or related fields, as well as career paths suitable for all liberal arts degrees, such as law. A BA in mathematics will prepare a student to enter careers in statistics, data analysis, or the actuarial field. With suitable electives, a the degree will prepare a student for further study in management science, finance, or other areas. Students preparing for graduate study in mathematics are encouraged to take both sequences, MATH-M 403-404 and MATH-M 413-414.

Student Learning Goals

  1. Students will acquire mathematical knowledge.
  2. Students will develop analytical reasoning skills.
  3. Students will be prepared for further study and for careers in their field.

Mathematics BA Residency Requirement

The Mathematics Department enforces the IU Southeast Residency Requirement and the School of Natural Science Residency Requirement with no additions.

Degree Program Admission Requirements

To be fully admitted to the Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics degree program, students must meet the School of Natural Science's admission requirements and complete MATH-M 215 (Analytic Geometry & Calculus I) with a grade of C or better.

General Education Component

All students pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics must complete the campus General Education Core Requirements.  See General Education Component for all IU Southeast Baccalaureate Degrees for a complete listing of requirements.

Students must also complete the campus BA Distribution requirements as stated in Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements.

Written Communication

Dept.

Course Number

Title

Credit Hours

Minimum Grade

ENG-W

234*

Technical Report Writing

3

C

Choose one of the following:

 

 

MATH-M

380*

History of Mathematics

3

C

OR

 

 

MATH-M

436

Introduction to Geometries

3

C

Science Requirement

Dept.

Course Number

Title

Credit Hours

Minimum Grade

CSCI-C

201

Computer Programming II

4

C

Mathematics Core

Dept.

Course Number

Title

Credit Hours

Minimum Grade

MATH-M

215

Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

5

C

MATH-M

216

Analytic Geometry and Calculus II

5

C

MATH-M

303

Linear Algebra for Undergraduates

3

C

MATH-M

311

Calculus III

3

C

MATH-M

360

Elements of Probability

3

C

MATH-M

391

Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning

3

C

Mathematics Sequence

Students must take the sequence of MATH-M 403-404 or the sequence of MATH-M 413-414.

Dept.

Course Number

Title

Credit Hours

Minimum Grade

MATH-M

403

Introduction to Modern Algebra I

3

C

MATH-M

404

Introduction to Modern Algebra II

3

C

OR

 

 

MATH-M

413

Introduction to Analysis I

3

C

MATH-M

414

Introduction to Analysis II

3

C

Mathematics Elective

The student must take one additional mathematics course at the 300 or 400 level (excluding K 300). 

Note: Courses selected to satisfy the Written Communication Requirement and the Math Sequence Requirement may not double count as the Mathematics Elective.

These requirements are a minimum; those students who are planning graduate study in mathematics are strongly encouraged to take both of the sequences M 403-M 404 and M 413-M 414. In addition, it is strongly recommended that the candidate take electives in areas related to mathematics. Depending on interests and goals, the candidate may choose these from other mathematics offerings; from computer science offerings such as C 251; from physics offerings such as P 221-P 222; from chemistry offerings such as C 105-C 106; or from various education courses leading to certification.

Dept.

Course Number

Title

Credit Hours

Minimum Grade

MATH-M

312

Calculus IV

3

C

MATH-M

313

Elementary Differential Equations with Applications

3

C

MATH-M

366

Elements of Statistical Inference

3

C

MATH-M 

380

History of Mathematics

3 

C

MATH-M

403

Introduction to Modern Algebra I

3

C

MATH-M

404

Introduction to Modern Algebra II

3

C

MATH-M

405

Number Theory

3

C

MATH-M

413

Introduction to Analysis I

3

C

MATH-M

414

Introduction to Analysis II

3

C

MATH-M

415

Elementary Complex Variables with Applications

3

C

MATH-M

421

Elementary Topology I

3

C

MATH-M

422

Elementary Topology II

3

C

MATH-M

425

Graph (Network) Theory and Combinatorial Theory

3

C

MATH-M

435

Introduction to Differential Geometry

3

C

MATH-M

436

Introduction to Geometries

3

C

MATH-M

447

Mathematical Models and Applications I

3

C

MATH-M

471

Numerical Analysis I

 3

C

General & Upper-Level Electives

Students must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours and 30 credit hours at the 300-level or above.  Elective courses may be necessary to complete the minimum credit hour requirements.

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